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Nest Indigo fragrance
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Nest Indigo

EDP Feminine · 2014 · by Laura Slatkin (Creative Director)
7.0 /10

Nest Indigo scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 7/10 longevity
From USD 70–130From EUR 64–120From GBP 55–103From PKR 15,000–22,000From AED 250–400From INR 5,810–10,790From SAR 263–488
7 Longevity
6 Sillage
8 Versatility
7 Value
6.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Fruity woody sweet spicy
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Fig2Bergamot3CardamomRaspberryHEART NOTES30–120 min1Cashmeran2Tea3VioletBlack Pepp…BASE NOTES2h+1Amber2Sandalwood3Musk
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileFruitywoodysweetspicyaromaticteaACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Office Casual
Seasons
Fall Winter Spring

Climate Performance

Avg 6.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
5/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
6/10
Good
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
7/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A warm and inviting fig and tea scent, balanced with cashmere wood and berries, creating a cozy yet sophisticated aura.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

The fig and tea notes can be pleasant in moderate warmth, but its underlying sweetness and woody base make it more suitable for cooler temperatures or evening wear.

How It Compares

Often compared to other fig-centric fragrances, but Indigo stands out for its cozy, spiced tea and cashmere interpretation, rather than a green, fresh fig.

The Controversy

None known.

Nest Indigo: A Data-Led Buyers’ Guide

Released in 2014, Nest Indigo by Nest has become a reference point for EDP fragrances in the Fruity, woody, sweet, spicy, aromatic, tea family. This guide cuts through the noise: performance data across five climate zones, pricing in the currency you actually shop in, and a clear verdict on whether it belongs in your collection.

A warm and inviting fig and tea scent, balanced with cashmere wood and berries, creating a cozy yet sophisticated aura.

How Nest Indigo Smells: Notes & Development

Nest Indigo opens with Fig, Bergamot, Cardamom and Raspberry — the first impression as it hits the skin. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of Cashmeran, Tea, Violet and Black Pepper. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Amber, Sandalwood and Musk.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Fruity, woody, sweet, spicy, aromatic, tea — easy to place and easy to wear.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (7/10): Nest Indigo delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): Nest Indigo projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (8/10): Nest Indigo is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $70 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

How Nest Indigo Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Nest Indigo does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

The fig and tea notes can be pleasant in moderate warmth, but its underlying sweetness and woody base make it more suitable for cooler temperatures or evening wear.

Its average across all five zones is 6.6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear Nest Indigo

Nest Indigo is best suited to Daily, Office, Casual. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Nest Indigo performs best in Fall, Winter, Spring. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Often compared to other fig-centric fragrances, but Indigo stands out for its cozy, spiced tea and cashmere interpretation, rather than a green, fresh fig.

Price & Value

Internationally, Nest Indigo sits at $70–$130. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 15,000–22,000 in Pakistan, AED 250–400 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, Department stores, Online retailers. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Online retailers. Pakistan: Limited at high-end cosmetic stores, online retailers.

Verdict

Nest Indigo earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.8/10 puts Nest Indigo in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

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Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Nest Indigo last?

Nest Indigo has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Nest Indigo worth the price?

At around $70, Nest Indigo by Nest is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Nest Indigo smell like?

Nest Indigo is characterised by Fruity, woody, sweet, spicy, aromatic, tea accords. Opening with Fig and Bergamot, the heart revolves around Cashmeran and Tea, settling into a base of Amber and Sandalwood.

Is Nest Indigo good for hot or humid weather?

Nest Indigo handles warm weather adequately (score: 6/10). It performs reliably through a typical hot season without requiring adjustment.

Is Nest Indigo for men or women?

Nest Indigo is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.